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Published - Thursday, May 22, 2008
Obituaries for week of May 22, 2008
Herman O. Clark | Vicki Lynn Nedland-Schaffer | Buford “Shorty” James Sherrick | Theodore Hase Jr.
Herman O. Clark
Herman O. Clark, age 78 of Cashton, passed away at Norseland Nursing Home in Westby, on May 13, 2008, with family by his side.
He was born on December 14, 1929, in Monroe County, township of Sheldon, Cashton, the son of Emo and Salina (Melby) Clark. In 1955, he married Betty Lind in Hillsboro. Herman worked for Trane Company for 43 and one-half years, retiring at the age of 65. He was also a 25-year club member. Herman loved farming and camping and most of all he loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Herman is survived by his wife, Betty of 52 years and his children. Norman Clark and fiancée, Renee Mahlum of Holmen, Kenneth (Andrea) Clark of Sparta, Gerald Clark of Cashton, Kimberly (Ken) Schuttemeier of Westby and Kathy (Mark) Parshall of Westby; grandchildren, Finley Clark, Haley Clark, Ashley Clark, Karissa (Aaron) Keenlance, Kyla Schuttemeier, Kenny Schuttemeier, Tyler Clark, Ricki Parshall, Keean Parshall; great-grandchildren, Kiarra, Amaya and Alyx Keenlance; step-grandchildren, Tina (Ben) Walkey, Rebecca (Eric) Green; step-great-grandchildren, Noah Rueckheim, Nathanel and Megan Walkey; sisters, Deltha Schumacher of La Crosse and Judy Stanek of Kenosha, Wisconsin; brothers. Ivan (Betty) Clark of La Crosse, Mahlen (Rosie) Clark of Norwalk and Bob (Margy) Clark of Yuba.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Richard Clark; sister, Elaine Tydrick; brothers-in-law, Bernard Schumacher, Martin Tydrick and Don Stanek; sister-in-law, Ruby Clark.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 19, 2008, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Westby. Pastor Gary Daines officiated with burial in the North Coon Prairie Cemetery. Friends call ed on Sunday evening at the Vosseteig Funeral Home in Westby. Friends also called at the church on Monday before the time of service. Online condolences may be offered at www.vosseteigfuneral homes.com.
The Vosseteig Funeral Home of Westby served the family.
Vicki Lynn Nedland-Schaffer
Vicki Lynn Nedland-Schaffer, age 57, passed away peacefully May 10, 2008, at her home in Westby.
Vicki was born August 17, 1950, and was a lifetime resident of her favorite place, Westby. Graduating from Westby High School in 1968, she then went on to college at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and earned a degree in social work. She joined WTC (formerly Western Wisconsin Technical College) and worked for many years as a teacher and counselor doing something she loved to do—giving guidance to and helping people change their lives. She also worked at many other area businesses including the Viroqua Tire Shop, the Ho Chunk Tribe, Habitat for Humanity and Badger Corrugating. For the past six years she found joy in her contribution to Myrick Hixon EcoPark (formerly Hixon Forest Nature Center) where she was office manager. Vicki felt she "finally got it right" on August 17, 1991, when she married Edward Roy Schaffer, her soul mate, her best friend and the love of her life. She was an amazing wife, mother and best friend to Heather and grandmother to Baylee Rae. She leaves special memories with Baylee that she will never forget. She also loved her Saturday adventures with her niece Ashley. Vicki dedicated her life to her family; it was her pride and joy. Vicki was a unique and exuberant individual, who lived larger than life, making an impression wherever she went. She had an amazing ability to make everyone around her feel special and welcome. She brought a smile to everyone's face, young and old. The children who visited the nature center forgot their shyness as they sat on Vicki's knee to share their secrets. She was passionate about the International Westby Ski Tournament as well as the Green Bay Packers but never lost her loyalty to her second favorite team, the Oakland Raiders. Vicki will always be remembered as a rare and precious stone whose favorite quote was "Diamonds, darling, diamonds!" She will be missed by everyone but never forgotten.
Vicki was preceded in death by her father, Everett (1984) and her mother, Virginia (2006).
Left to mourn her passing are her husband, Ed; daughter, Heather and granddaughter, Baylee Rae, as well as her brother Kevin; his daughter, Ashley; her stepfather "Pete" Peterson, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Jim and Judy Schaffer; a few close cousins and her best friend of 25 years, Deb Andersen. She will be remembered forever by her close friends, Sherry, Rita, Carol, Diana, Nanjean, Patsy, Kathy, Kent and Matt as well as her Hixon Forest Nature Center friends, Brenda and Stephanie.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Officiating at the service was Pastor Kathy Ingbritsen. Honorary pallbearers were Kent Oftedahl, Ron Gabrielson, Matt Nundahl, Patrick Schaffer, Jim Schaffer and Mel Jackson. Patty Moilien was the organist, Jim Stafslien the soloist and Dan Sebranek, soloist/ guitarist. Burial was in Bethel Cemetery. A visitation was held the evening prior at Thorson-Reetz Funeral Home, Viroqua with a prayer service led by Pastor Seven Fossum.
Memorials can be sent to Ed Schaffer for the Schaffer Family in care of Thorson- Reetz Funeral Home, 856 South Rusk, Viroqua, WI 54665.
Buford “Shorty” James Sherrick
Buford “Shorty” James Sherrick, age 64, of La Farge, died unexpectedly May 13, 2008, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.
He was born on July 17, 1943, in North Clayton, rural Soldiers Grove. Shorty graduated from Soldiers Grove High School with the class of 1962 and on September 18, 1965, he married Susan Heath in Madison. The couple lived in Madison for many years until moving to Vernon County. Shorty drove straight truck for eight years and semi for 18 years. He was also an ambulance driver and a member of the La Farge Fire Department for 15 years and was also a fire inspector. Over the years he served as a 4-H leader. Shorty was a great mechanic, avid NASCAR fan and a member of the Viroqua Eagles Aerie 2707. In his spare time, Shorty made trophies and award plaques. He was very proud of a recent plaque he made that was awarded to the guys at OCC (Orange County Choppers). Shorty loved to fish, hunt, pull garden tractors and act as a U.S. Marshall during the Wild West Days event in Viroqua
Shorty is survived by his wife of 42 years, Susan Sherrick; his three great children, Vicky (Brent) Anderson of La Farge, Laurie (Rudy) Haugen of Viroqua and Jon (Angela “Muffy”) Sherrick of La Farge; seven wonderful grandchildren, Brent Rust, Jordan Rust, Dylon Anderson, Beau Sherrick, Zack Anderson, Ashley Anderson and Amanda Anderson; mother, Delores Demuth of Alabama; sister, Kathy (Robert) Nyman of Alabama; special friend, Guy Bieri of Viroqua; his dog and best friend, Pepper; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Floyd Sherrick; stepmother, Della Sherrick; and stepsister, Jean Erickson.
Funeral services were held Saturday, May 17, 2008, at Thorson-Reetz Funeral Home in Viroqua. Officiating at the service was Pastor Wayne Rayner with burial in the Viola Cemetery. Ruth McClurg was the organist and Rosie Moe was the soloist. Honorary casket bearers were La Farge Fire & Ambulance Department. Casket bearers were Guy Bieri, Roger Potts, Victor Jaynes, Jack Olson, David Shaner, Dwaine Jeffers and Earl Nelson. A visitation was held the evening prior at the Thorson-Reetz Funeral Home in Viroqua with a prayer service led by Pastor Wayne Rayner.
Blessed be his memory.
Theodore Hase Jr.
Theodore Hase Jr., age 68, of Viroqua, died Saturday evening, May 10, 2008, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.
He was born on February 27, 1940, in Red Mound, rural Ferryville to Theodore R. and Eleanore (Holt) Hase. Theodore graduated from Readstown High School with the class of 1958. On March 9, 1958, he married DeeAnn Sidie in Readstown at the Church of Christ. The couple moved to Kenosha where Ted worked at American Motors for 11 years. In 1969, the couple moved to Viroqua and Ted was then employed at Nelson Muffler for 32 years, retiring in 2001. After retirement, Ted still worked with Nelson Muffler in various capacities. Ted became a member of the Viroqua Eagles Aerie 2707 in 1976 and helped with many fund-raisers. His primary involvement was with the Cancer Telethon. Ted served as an officer at the state level with the Eagles Club and was recently awarded Mr. Eagle of the Year. In 1999, Ted was diagnosed with cancer and after chemotherapy; the cancer went into remission but came back nine years later and took his life away. He was a very hard worker and was rewarded with a lot of fun times. Ted enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, traveling and especially spending time with his family.
Ted is survived by his wife, DeeAnn Hase of Viroqua; three children, Arlen Hase, Brian (Penny) Hase and Judy (Trevor) Cina, all of Viroqua; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Patricia Cholak of Kenosha, Keith Hase of Viroqua, Linda (Sherman) Bekkum of Westby, Alan (Gail) Hase of Helendale, California, Steven (Jeanette) Hase of Viroqua and LuAnn (Chip) Coenen of Appleton; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Chancey and Doris Sidie of Viroqua; brother-in-law, Larry Sidie of Viroqua; sister-in-law, Dolly (Bueford) Howell; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Cassie Lynn Cina; and nephew, Wade Sidie.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 15, 2008, at Thorson-Reetz Funeral Home in Viroqua. Officiating at the service was Pastor Steven Fossum with burial in the Viroqua Cemetery. Organist was Patty Moilien and Sandy Skarda was the soloist. Honorary casket bearers were Nick, Matt, Kevin, Bobby, Joshua Hase and Jeremiah Krause. Casket bearers were Rick Olson, Tabitha Volden, Sherman Bekkum, Joie Skarda, Jim Skarda and Rob Krause. A visitation was held on Wednesday at Thorson-Reetz Funeral Home in Viroqua.
Blessed be his memory.
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